What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at AvalonBay Communities, Inc.?
Maintenance Technician
Position Type: Full time
State: North Carolina
City: Charlotte
Zip Code 28269
The Role
We're seeking a talented Maintenance Technician to join our team. As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for executing maintenance requests by diagnosing problems and making repairs in order to maintain the physical condition of the community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair problems in areas such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, major appliances, carpentry, emergency systems, flooring, hardware accessories, masonry, painting/wallpaper, water features (pools, spas, etc.), and waste management systems.
- Complete assigned service requests and repairs consistent with company operating and equipment/supply standards and in a timely manner.
- Ensure vacant apartment homes are rent-ready in a timely manner. Perform turnkey work as required.
- Conducts apartment Preventative Maintenance
- Assist in painting both interior and exterior surfaces
- Maintains Incident and Injury Free safety culture by following all AvalonBay safety policies and procedures and reporting any unsafe behavior or conditions including nonfunctioning equipment.
- Performs Hot Works including brazing, soldering, and welding within AvalonBay's Standards.
Requirements:
- 2-3 years of experience in maintenance work, including knowledge surrounding HVAC repair, Plumbing, Electrical, and General Maintenance repair work.
- A valid driver's license.
- Ability to accommodate an on-call schedule in rotation with the team each month.
- Ability to communicate with our associates and residents in order to provide customer service.
- Ability to read and understand policies and procedures including but not limited to Key Control Policy, Apartment Home Turnover Policy and all Maintenance Emergency policies and procedures.
- Ability to identify cleaning and chemical supplies, ability to read and understand Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets (SDS), ability to understand proper applications of chemicals and general cleaning supplies and ability to frequently handle these products.
- Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ability to use properly.
- BASIC understanding of emergency systems, shutoffs, locations and sequence of operations.
- Demonstrates knowledge of paint types and paint tools
How AvalonBay Supports You
We offer comprehensive benefits, growth opportunities based on achievement and promotion from within, associate recognition, a 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes, and a culture built on purpose and our core values.
Additional Info
AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
